A: This is such a big issue for everyone!  I recommend that you set up a "Mail Station" wherever you like to open the mail.  This should have a shredder, recycling bin, wastebasket, letter opener, stamps, your address labels and checkbook.  Try to get in the habit of opening all of the mail every day, shredding and tossing as appropriate.  Then you should have just a few "To Do" items left to deal with.

A: First, think carefully before giving out your address (I often give fake ones to websites or other places that insist on having it!)  Second, sign up with a free online service like www.dmachoice.org or  www.catalogchoice.org and opt-out of the stuff you don't want.  Finally, email, call or write to companies that won't leave you alone.   Its worth taking this time initially when you can reduce your junk mail by 75% and more!

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A: There are so many books out there with great tips and techniques.  The ironic thing is that most of the people who have hired me to declutter and organize them actually have at least one of those books already!  We always laugh when they point it out to me, and its really funny when we find the book buried in a pile.  The books may be full of great information, but they just don't come with someone to motivate and inspire you, and most importantly, make sure the project gets done!  My advice is to team up with a friend or family member, go to the bookstore and pick out a book together.  Then commit to helping each other implement the decluttering, sorting and organizing systems that will fit you best.